Growth Guide
BumpIt! supports three growth modes: Active bumping (send and receive ads across the network), Discover Hub (rank in /discover without ad exchange), and Passive listing (listed in the directory, no bumping needed). Sections 1, 2, and 5 apply to all modes. Sections 3 and 4 are active bumping specific.
Your description is the first thing people read. Most servers lose potential members here.
A good description answers one question: "Why should I join this server over any other?" Be specific. Generic descriptions blend into the feed and get ignored. Aim for 150–300 characters — enough to be compelling, short enough to be read.
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Describe what members actually do here
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Mention what makes your community different
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Use a friendly, natural tone
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Include a hook in the first sentence
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"We are a friendly community for everyone"
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Copy-paste descriptions from other servers
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Overload with emojis or all-caps
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Describe your channel list instead of your community
Example
Generic: “A chill gaming server with friendly staff and lots of channels.”
Better: “A tight-knit Valorant crew that runs daily scrims, shares VODs, and actually helps you rank up. No spam, just games.”
Tags control who sees your bump ad. The wrong tags mean wasted bumps.
When you bump, your ad is shown to servers whose filters match your tags. Broad tags like Community alone reach almost everyone — which sounds good, but most of those servers aren't looking for what you offer. Specific tags reach fewer servers, but those servers are far more likely to convert.
Too broad
Community
Reaches almost everyone, converts almost no one
Better
Community + Gaming
Narrower reach, better match quality
Best
Gaming + Minecraft
Precise audience, highest conversion rate
Free vs Premium
Free servers can select up to 2 tags. Premium unlocks all tags — useful for servers that genuinely span multiple categories.
Active bumping only — filters decide which bump ads appear in your bump channel.
Without filters, your bump channel shows ads from every server on the network. That might mean gaming ads in a study server, or crypto ads in an anime community. Setting filters keeps your bump channel relevant to your members — and relevant ads are more likely to get clicked.
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Match your filters to what your members are interested in
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Pick the same tags you use for your own server
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Revisit filters as your community evolves
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Leave filters empty when your community has a clear focus
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Set filters to tags that don't match your members' interests
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Assume empty filters is fine — it means every ad, regardless of relevance
Where to set filters
Go to your server's Dashboard → Setup → Advanced Setup, or use the Setup Wizard when setting up for the first time.
Active bumping and Discover Hub only — passive listing servers don't bump.
BumpIt! has a 1-hour cooldown between bumps. The more consistently you bump, the more often your ad appears across the network. Sporadic bursts are less effective than a steady rhythm — regular presence builds regular joins.
Manual bumping
Use /bump every hour. Set a reminder or assign a bump role so your team stays on it.
Scheduler (Premium)
The auto-scheduler bumps for you on a fixed 2-hour cycle — no reminders, no missed bumps, no coordination needed.
Premium boosts visibility across all growth modes.
Whether you're bumping actively, ranking in Discover, or relying on a passive listing — Premium gives you an edge. Active bumpers get visual customization that stops the scroll. Passive and Discover servers get priority placement and extended listing duration.
Custom accent color
Match your server brand. A distinct color makes your ad recognizable in a feed. (Active bumping)
Banner image
A server banner or logo image dramatically increases visual impact compared to text-only ads. (Active bumping)
Custom footer
Add a tagline or call to action below your description. (Active bumping)
Priority placement
Rank higher in the directory and /discover results. More visibility without extra effort. (Passive & Discover)
Extended listing duration
Passive listings stay active longer before needing renewal. (Passive)
Auto-scheduler
Bumps automatically every 2 hours. Consistency without the effort. (Active & Discover)
No bump channel needed
Bump from any channel. No need to dedicate a channel to receiving ads. (Active)
All tags
Select as many tags as you need to reach every relevant audience.
Ready to get more from every bump?
View Premium plansWhat growth modes does BumpIt! offer?
Three: Active bumping (send/receive ads every hour), Discover Hub (rank in /discover without ad exchange), and Passive listing (directory presence, no bumping needed). You pick during setup.
How long is the bump cooldown?
1 hour for manual bumps (active and discover). The scheduler runs on a fixed 2-hour cycle. Passive listing servers don't bump.
How many tags can I pick?
Up to 2 on the free plan. Premium unlocks all tags.
What happens if I set no filters?
Your bump channel will receive ads from every server on the network. Only applies to active bumping servers.
Can I bump without a dedicated channel?
Active: Premium servers can bump from any channel. Discover Hub uses a discover channel. Passive listing doesn't require either.
Where do I edit my description and tags?
Dashboard → your server → Setup → Advanced Setup.
Why is my bump being rejected?
Common reasons: missing description, no tags set, expired invite link, or server is on cooldown.
Can I switch growth modes later?
Yes — go to Setup in your dashboard to change your growth path at any time.
